For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 799 students in Sterlington, LA.
The top ranked public school in Sterlington, LA is Sterlington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sterlington, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Sterlington have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sterlington, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sterlington Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9040 Highway 165 North
Sterlington, LA 71280
(318) 432-2050
Sterlington, LA 71280
(318) 432-2050
Grades: PK-5
| 799 students
Sterlington, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
206 High Avenue
Sterlington, LA 71280
(318) 432-2100
Sterlington, LA 71280
(318) 432-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sterlington, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Sterlington, LA include Sterlington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sterlington?
1 public schools are located in Sterlington.
What is the racial composition of students in Sterlington?
Sterlington public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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